The Texas Rangers have recalled righthanded relief pitcher Demarcus Evans from AAA Round Rock today, the team announced. Evans takes the spot of outfielder Jason Martin, who was optioned to AAA Round Rock after Monday night’s game.
Martin was called up when John King went on the injured list prior to the All Star Break, so it isn’t surprising that he is being sent down now. However, it is noteworthy that King isn’t being activated from the injured list. King has been paired with Dane Dunning, Tuesday’s starter, the past couple of outings as the Rangers look at stretch him out for a possible rotation spot.